Hook, Line, & Sinker Program

Volunteer Position Description

 
Many go fishing all their lives without knowing it is not the fish they are after.
— Henry David Thoureau

Fishing is woven into the fabric of outdoor family tradition for many Michiganders but is slowly becoming less prominent as kids have a myriad of other activities available that take them away from the great outdoors. Fishing Program Assistant volunteers play a key role in helping the Visitor Center provide quality fishing programs for youth to engage them in getting outside.

requirements

  • Basic fishing knowledge and experience

  • Ability to fix fishing equipment including but not limited to untangling line, fixing broken reels, adding line to reels, tying on hooks, etc.

  • Training will be provided

duties

  • Set up before and clean up after, youth fishing programs

  • Assist participants during youth fishing programs

  • Assist in maintaining and repairing fishing equipment

  • Be able to effectively communicate with participants and staff on various aspects of the program

  • Represent the Michigan DNR in a positive and professional manner

volunteer shifts - memorial day weekend to Labor Day weekend

  • Typical shifts listed below.

Tackle Maintenance

  • Tuesdays or Wednesdays

  • 8:00 AM – 11:00 aM or 11:00 aM – 2:00 PM

  • 2 - 3 volunteers needed for one shifts each week

Fishing Program

  • Fridays: 4:00 pm – 7:30 PM

  • Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

  • 2 - 3 volunteers needed per shift


learn more about the michigan dnr hook, line, and sinker program

the link above will take you to the michigan DNR website


Ready to Volunteer? Start Here!

3 Easy Steps:

  1. Fill out a Volunteer Application Packet  

  2. Submit the application packet:

    • Email to: friendsofwolflake@gmail.com

    • Mail your application to: 34270 County Road 652, Mattawan, MI 49071

    • Drop it off in person at the Wolf Lake Hatchery Visitor Center

  3. Wait to hear back from the Friends of Wolf Lake!

Questions? Give us a call at (269) 668-2876